AWT-CWT Exam Information and Outline
Certified Water Technologist
Syllabus Update Checked on: October 28, 2026
AWT-CWT Exam Syllabus & Study Guide
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The information below reflects the 2026 syllabus defined by
AWT.
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- Exam Format
- 200-question multiple-choice examination
- Water Chemistry Fundamentals
- Chemistry, units and calculations; water analysis interpretation
- Scaling and corrosion indices (LSI, RSI)
- Pretreatment
- Clarification, filtration, softening, ion exchange and reverse osmosis
- Cooling Water Systems
- Open recirculating and closed loops; cycles of concentration
- Scale, corrosion and microbiological control
- Legionella and water management programs
- Boiler Water Systems
- Feedwater, deaeration and internal treatment
- Condensate corrosion control; steam purity
- Wastewater Treatment
- Biological and physical-chemical treatment; discharge permits
- Monitoring, Testing and Control
- Chemical feed systems and control instruments
- Corrosion coupons and deposit analysis
- Regulatory Compliance and Safety
- Chemical handling, OSHA, EPA and SDS requirements
- Business and Professional Practices